MU Swing Society swings into love with Vintage Valentine's Dance

COLUMBIA - Valentine’s Day had some people swinging in the name of love.MU Swing Society held a dance class for the public to mark the holiday.“Valentine’s Day means getting together with good friends and just spending the day together and having fun,” said Danielle Griego, one of the hosts.The room was filled with pink and gold streamers and a giant cut out of the moon.Griego said, in the 40’s, the cut out of the moon was popular at carnivals. “People would take a picture with the moon with the sky in the background,” Griego said.She said the dance is not just for couples.“It’s a chance to meet new people if you aren’t doing anything else on Valentine’s Day,” Griego said.Before the dancers get a chance to show off their moves, an instructor teaches...